Narwal, an IT company offering automation, data & analytics, and cloud services, has appointed Amit Sahoo  as its Global Head of Human Resources.

Sahoo is entrusted with the responsibility of acquiring and managing top-tier talent, which is crucial to maintaining Narwal's position as a distinguished and specialised technology services provider. Additionally, he is leading the charge in scaling and streamlining the organisation, while staying committed to continuous learning.

"His mandate is to oversee the people strategy and ensure that it aligns with the organisation's ambitious trajectory of rapid expansion, bolstering efficiency and cultivating a culture of professionalism," the company said in a statement.  

A seasoned senior HR professional, Sahoo possesses strategic thinking skills and has a wealth of experience in providing exceptional leadership in human resources. 

With over 18 years of experience as a Business Partner, Sahoo has led successful HR organisations at various companies including Omnicom agencies (Areteans & TA Digital), Cigniti Technologies Ltd, and Capgemini Technology Services India Ltd.

He was named 'HR Leader of the Year 2021' by the Economic Times and featured in Forbes India's '100 Great People Managers 2021' list by the Great Manager Institute.

"The key to achieving business success is having a strong organisational culture. To establish an organisation that is productive, values relationships, and maintains a professional standard, it is essential to have committed and aligned leadership. Amit's extensive experience and impressive career path make him an excellent partner to support me on this journey," said Raj Kanuparthi, Founder and CEO of Narwal.

"I'm eager to use my expertise and passion for human resources in supporting Narwal's vision, growth, accelerate our people agenda and contribute my bit in our quest to build high quality business. I believe that a strong HR function is key to attracting and retaining top talent, fostering a positive culture, and ensuring the well-being of employees. I'm excited to work with the Narwal leadership team to drive forward shaping the future of work together and making a positive impact on the business and lives of our highly valued employees and stakeholders," added Sahoo.